Asif Sadiq has made a global impact as a diversity and inclusion specialist across both the public and private sector. Widely recognised for his ability to reshape corporate environments through education and inclusive strategies, Asif has worked in senior positions at many of the world’s leading businesses. Honoured with an MBE from the Queen for his services to equality and recipient of the Head of Diversity Award at the European Diversity Awards, Asif’s influence is undeniable. Able to support corporate clients in transforming their employee wellbeing, retention and output through improved diversity, Asif is a truly exceptional speaker to book for events.
Taking on the role of Global Head of Diversity and Inclusion for Adidas in 2020, and Reebok at the same time, Asif was sought after for both the leading international brands to pioneer their equality campaigns. Responsible for ensuring a sense of belonging for all, Asif educated the company from within on practices that improved equality for employees and in turn made the business a recognised champion of diversity to consumers. In July 2021, Asif was appointed as WarnerMedia's (Warner Bros, Cartoon Network, CNN, HBO Max) Senior Vice President of Equity & Inclusion.
Previously, Asif has held similar positions for EY as the Head of Diversity and Inclusiveness for Financial Services, in which he coordinated a business-wide approach to improve inclusivity and as the Head of Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging at The Telegraph. An evident expert in his field, Asif is credited with futureproofing some of the biggest brands in an evolving world.
An advocate for greater equality from the outset, Asif began his professional career with the police as a special constable and representative of the City of London force. During his time in the public sector, Asif worked as the Head of Equality, Diversity and Human Rights, tasked with delivering robust strategies to support equality throughout the police service, from employee to detainee. Further to his impact on the city, Asif was called into the role of President of the National Police Staff Support Network and tackled hate speech and crime for the United Nations.
Currently, Asif sits on several boards as an expert authority and is at the forefront of initiating authentic inclusion programmes for WarnerMedia. His work has not only seen him listed as one of the Most Influential Global D&I Leaders by Hive Learning, but has also ensured Asif is highly sought after on the speaking circuit. Able to offer actionable advice to empower employees, Asif’s talks are transformative for all audiences.
Recently, our Sales Executive, Chris Tompkins, sat down to conduct an exclusive interview with Asif Sadiq. Watch our Q&A to hear Asif speak about diversity, equality and inclusion in the workplace.
